Middle School

The Middle School Program at German International School

A German, Mandarin and English-based program for grades 6-8 launched in Fall 2023, headed by Bettina Gregg.

Building on its reputation as a first-rate language immersion IB World School since 1995, GIS opened a middle school in 2023, and now offers even more families an education program that prioritizes students and fosters global awareness.

The GIS Middle School offers small class sizes, hands-on learning, experienced teachers, and a multicultural environment with the following vision:

At GIS, we believe that by immersing students in the worlds of language and STEAM, they will become creative, innovative, and thoughtful problem solvers who approach challenges from diverse perspectives. By using our immediate surroundings as a foundation for teaching and learning, and by asking students to act locally, they will begin to see the direct impact their efforts can have. Through place-based learning and by prioritizing an integrated, experiential approach, students will develop practical inquiry and communication skills, deepen their respect for the environment, and gain a strong sense of responsibility as contributing members of a community.

Through interaction with local citizens and organizations, this approach will also enhance the surrounding community and environment that are important to the life of the school.